Havglimt 3

Situated between the Øresund coastline and the former Amager railway line, Havglimt 3 rises as a contemporary Copenhagen courtyard block. Here healthy homes, green surroundings, and an active everyday life come together in a cohesive residential environment.

With its attractive courtyard garden, shared community space, and residents’ workshop, informal encounters between neighbours are an integral part of daily life at Havglimt 3. 

The courtyard offers room for play and relaxation, the communal space provides a setting for celebrations and social gatherings, while the workshop creates opportunities to lend a helping hand and share practical skills.

The architecture is both varied and timeless. The building façades are articulated through recesses and shifts in height, while mansard roofs, pitched roofs, and flat roofs create a dynamic and distinctive expression. A restrained material palette ensures coherence across the diverse building forms. Yellow brickwork, featuring recessed detailing at ground level and brick panels beneath the windows, lends character to the façades. The remaining façades are clad in black slate, creating a visual connection to the roofs.

The courtyard landscaping has been carefully designed to create a welcoming garden environment throughout the year. Colourful and lush shrubs and trees define spaces around playgrounds, seating areas, and pathways, adding both character and seasonal variation. Organic pathways connect the homes and introduce movement, diversity, and a sense of discovery within the courtyard landscape.